Inventory Specialist

Quantix SCS; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantix SCS in Baytown, TX is seeking an Inventory Specialist to count, report, reconcile, and optimize stock in the warehouse. You will collaborate with operations and other teams to adjust inventory levels in the WMS and document audit results.

The role requires a high school diploma, proficiency with Microsoft Office, data entry skills, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather. Experience with WMS and shipping/receiving is a plus; you must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office for reporting and documentation.
• Basic data entry skills for inventory tracking.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Preferred: Prior experience in shipping & receiving operations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in tracking inventory.
• 3+ years of experience working with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) preferred.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to plan and organize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Self-motivated, accountable, responsible, and reliable.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address inventory discrepancies efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inventory counts of warehouse materials and report results systematically.
• Investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies by tracking product movements in the warehouse management system.
• Document and report inventory audit findings to track accuracy trends.
• Follow up on outstanding inventory issues to ensure discrepancies are resolved and physical inventory aligns with system records.
• Lead and participate in customer-organized inventory audits by preparing count sheets, instructing teams, and processing audit results.
• Maintain effective communication and coordination with internal teams while managing inventory processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Data entry

Independent work

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

The Inventory Specialist role is responsible for physically counting, reporting, reconciling, and optimizing inventory levels to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness in daily operations. The Inventory Specialist will collaborate with various departments to adjust inventory levels in the warehouse management system and investigate discrepancies. This position reports to the Operations Manager and oversees all inventory-related tasks.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

• Conduct regular inventory counts of warehouse materials and report results systematically.
• Investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies by tracking product movements in the warehouse management system.
• Document and report inventory audit findings to track accuracy trends.
• Follow up on outstanding inventory issues to ensure discrepancies are resolved and physical inventory aligns with system records.
• Lead and participate in customer-organized inventory audits by preparing count sheets, instructing teams, and processing audit results.
• Maintain effective communication and coordination with internal teams while managing inventory processes.

Requirements

Required Skills and Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office for reporting and documentation.
• Basic data entry skills for inventory tracking.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Preferred: Prior experience in shipping & receiving operations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in tracking inventory.
• 3+ years of experience working with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) preferred.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to plan and organize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Self-motivated, accountable, responsible, and reliable.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address inventory discrepancies efficiently.
• Capability to stand, walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed.
• Ability to sit and use hands/fingers for data entry and inventory management tasks.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. as required by inventory handling duties.
• Stand for multiple hours throughout the workday.

Abilities Required

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential job functions.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.